A behavioural therapist is working with a depressed client.Which of the following causes is the most likely focus of this therapist's intervention?

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A behavioural therapist focuses on learning theory and how behaviours are acquired, reinforced, and changed. Therefore, the most likely focus of their intervention would be the client's learned behaviours of depression, such as avoidance, rumination, and negative self-talk. They may use techniques such as behavioural activation, exposure therapy, and cognitive restructuring to help the client learn more adaptive behaviours and thought patterns. Unusual levels of neurotransmitters are more of a biological focus, negative interpretations of life events are more of a cognitive focus, and a harsh superego is more of a psychodynamic focus.

A Behavioural Therapist Is Working with a Depressed Client